ammeline
|am-me-line|
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/ˈæməˌliːn/
melamine derivative
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ammeline' originates from 'German', specifically the word 'Ammelin', where 'Ammel-' referred to a derivative of 'melamine'.
Historical Evolution
'Ammelin' transformed into the English word 'ammeline' as it was adopted into scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a derivative of melamine', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
ammeline is a chemical compound that is a derivative of melamine, often used in the production of resins and plastics.
Ammeline is used in the synthesis of certain types of resins.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/17 12:36